2010 Chevrolet HHR Owners Manual

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This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. To use the jack and spare tire, follow the instructions below. To use the tire sealant and compressor kit, see Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 6-77. 6-76 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit { WARNING: Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation. For more information, see Engine Exhaust on page 3-38. { WARNING: Over-inﬂating a tire could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions and inﬂate the tire to its recommended pressure. Do not exceed the recommended pressure. { WARNING: Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location. If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire, tire changing equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire. The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 1⁄4 inch (6 mm) in the tread area of the tire. It can also be used to inﬂate an under inﬂated tire. If the tire has been separated from the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, or has a large puncture, the tire is too severely damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8-6. Read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions. 6-77 Tire Sealant Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the compressor. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer/retailer. See “Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister” following. There is only enough sealant to seal one tire. After usage, the sealant canister and sealant/air hose assembly must be replaced. See “Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister” following. The kit includes: A. On/Off Button B. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Air Only) C. Pressure Relief Button D. Pressure Gage E. Air Only Hose (Black) F. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) G. Power Plug 6-78 Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inﬂate a Punctured Tire Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage. When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for 5 minutes. This will help to inﬂate the tire faster. Always do a safety check ﬁrst. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 6-76. Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire. 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 6-84. 2. Unwrap the sealant/air hose (F) and the power plug (G). 3. Place the kit on the ground. Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it. 4. Remove the valve stem cap from the ﬂat tire by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (F) onto the tire valve stem. Turn it clockwise until it is tight. 6. Plug the power plug (G) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4-16. If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter. If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use the cigarette lighter. Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window. 6-79 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor. 8. Turn the selector switch (B) clockwise to the Sealant + Air position. 9. Press the on/off (A) button to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on. The compressor will inject sealant and air into the tire. The pressure gage (D) will initially show a high pressure while the compressor pushes the sealant into the tire. Once the sealant is completely dispersed into the tire, the pressure will quickly drop and start to rise again as the tire inﬂates with air only. 10. Inﬂate the tire to the recommended inﬂation pressure using the pressure gage (D). The recommended inﬂation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-62. The pressure gage (D) may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on. Turn the compressor off to get an accurate pressure reading. The compressor may be turned on/off until the correct pressure is reached. 6-80 If the recommended pressure cannot be Notice: reached after approximately 25 minutes, the vehicle should not be driven farther. The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant and compressor kit cannot inﬂate the tire. Remove the power plug from the accessory power outlet and unscrew the inﬂating hose from the tire valve. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8-6. 11. Press the on/off button (A) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off. The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tire, therefore, Steps 12 through 18 must be done immediately after Step 11. Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage. 12. Unplug the power plug (G) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. 13. Turn the sealant/air hose (F) counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem. 14. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 15. Replace the sealant/air hose (F), and the power plug (G) back in their original location. 16. If the ﬂat tire was able to inﬂate to the recommended inﬂation pressure, remove the maximum speed label from the sealant canister and place it in a highly visible location. The label is a reminder not to exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until the damaged tire is repaired or replaced. 17. Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle. 18. Immediately drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) to distribute the sealant in the tire. 19. Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure. Refer to Steps 1 through 11 under “Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inﬂate a Tire (Not Punctured).” If the tire pressure has fallen more than 10 psi (68 kPa) below the recommended inﬂation pressure, stop driving the vehicle. The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8-6. If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 10 psi (68 kPa) from the recommended inﬂation pressure, inﬂate the tire to the recommended inﬂation pressure. 20. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, tire, and vehicle. 21. Dispose of the used sealant canister and sealant/air hose (F) assembly at a local dealer/retailer or in accordance with local state codes and practices. 22. Replace it with a new canister available from your dealer/retailer. 23. After temporarily sealing a tire using the tire sealant and compressor kit, take the vehicle to an authorized dealer/retailer within a 100 miles (161 km) of driving to have the tire repaired or replaced. 6-81 Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inﬂate a Tire (Not Punctured) To use the air compressor to inﬂate a tire with air only and not sealant: Always do a safety check ﬁrst. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 6-76. 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 6-84. 2. Unwrap the air only hose (E) and the power plug (G). 6-82 3. Place the kit on the ground. Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it. 4. Remove the tire valve stem cap from the ﬂat tire by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Attach the air only hose (E) onto the tire valve stem by turning it clockwise until it is tight. 6. Plug the power plug (G) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4-16. If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter. If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use the cigarette lighter. Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor. 8. Turn the selector switch (B) counterclockwise to the Air Only position. 9. Press the on/off (A) button to turn the compressor on. The compressor will inﬂate the tire with air only. 10. Inﬂate the tire to the recommended inﬂation pressure using the pressure gage (D). The recommended inﬂation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-62. The pressure gage (D) may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on. Turn the compressor off to get an accurate reading. The compressor may be turned on/off until the correct pressure is reached. Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister: 11. Press the on/off button (A) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off. Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage. 12. Unplug the power plug (G) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. 13. Disconnect the air only hose (E) from the tire valve stem, by turning it counterclockwise, and replace the tire valve stem cap. 14. Replace the air only hose (E) and the power plug (G) and cord back in its original location. 15. Place the equipment in the original storage location in the vehicle. 1. Remove the plastic cover. 2. Unscrew the connector (B) from the canister (A). 3. Pull up on the canister (A) to remove it. 4. Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer/retailer. 5. Push the new canister into place. 6. Screw the connector (B) to the canister (A). 7. Slide the plastic cover back on. 6-83 Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning ﬂashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-3. { WARNING: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake ﬁrmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission shift lever in P (Park), or shift a manual transmission to 1 (First) or R (Reverse). WARNING: (Continued) Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the rear compartment storage area. 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 3-13. 2. Lift the storage cover. 3. Turn the retainer clockwise and remove the tire sealant and compressor kit. To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps. 6-84 WARNING: (Continued) 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle. When the vehicle has a ﬂat tire (B), use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks (A). A. Wheel Block B. Flat Tire The following information explains how to use the jack and change a tire. 6-85 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack, wheel wrench, and spare tire are stowed in the rear of the vehicle, underneath the ﬂoor of the cargo area. To remove the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 3-13 for more information. 3. Turn the retainer counterclockwise to remove the tire cover. 4. Remove the tire cover. 5. Remove the spare tire by placing your hands at the four and eight o’clock positions. Gently pull it up and out of the trunk. See Compact Spare Tire on page 6-105. 6. Remove the wing nut that holds the jack. Then remove the jack, wheel wrench, and ﬂat tire strap. 2. Remove the cargo cover. 6-86 The tools needed are the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). Turn the plastic wheel nut counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench from the jack. 6-87 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire (All Models Except SS) 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6-84 for more information. Press the button and then pull on the end of the wheel wrench to extend the handle. 6-88 2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. { WARNING: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 3. Position the jack and raise the jack lift head to ﬁt over the car ﬂange under the down arrow markings on the rocker panel. { WARNING: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to ﬁt underneath the wheel well. 6-89 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire. 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 7. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. { WARNING: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6-84. 6-90 { WARNING: Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 8. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 6-91 10. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire (SS Model) The SS Model has larger performance brakes than the base model. The compact spare tire will not clear the front brakes. Do not use the compact spare tire in the event of a front ﬂat tire. You must use the rear tire to replace the front ﬂat tire. { WARNING: Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation after replacing. Follow the torque speciﬁcation supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 6-121 for original equipment wheel nut torque speciﬁcations. Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead Notice: to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque speciﬁcation. See Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 6-121 for the wheel nut torque speciﬁcation. 6-92 To change the rear road tire: Rear Tire Changing Procedure 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6-84 for more information. 3. Position the jack on the rear position and raise the jack lift head to ﬁt over the car ﬂange under the down arrow markings on the rocker panel. 2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts on the rear tire. Do not remove them yet. { WARNING: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 6-93 { WARNING: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the tire. 6. Install the compact spare tire. 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to ﬁt underneath the wheel well. 6-94 { WARNING: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6-84. 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 8. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. { WARNING: Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 9. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 6-95 { WARNING: Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation after replacing. Follow the torque speciﬁcation supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 6-121 for original equipment wheel nut torque speciﬁcations. Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead Notice: to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque speciﬁcation. See Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 6-121 for the wheel nut torque speciﬁcation. 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 6-96 11. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. To change the front ﬂat tire: Front Tire Changing Procedure 1. Perform a rear tire change by removing the rear tire and installing the compact spare tire in the rear wheel location. The rear road tire will be used to replace the front ﬂat tire. See Rear Tire Changing Procedure in this section. 2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts on the front ﬂat tire. Do not remove them yet. 6-97 { WARNING: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 3. Position the jack on the front position and raise the jack lift head to ﬁt over the car ﬂange under the down arrow markings on the rocker panel. { WARNING: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 6-98 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the tire. 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire. WARNING: (Continued) 6. Install the tire. { WARNING: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and causean accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches WARNING: (Continued) to the vehicle. In an emergency, use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6-84. 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and wheel. 6-99 8. Place the tire on the wheel mounting surface. 9. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. { WARNING: Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 6-100 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. { WARNING: Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation after replacing. Follow the torque speciﬁcation supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 6-121 for original equipment wheel nut torque speciﬁcations. Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead Notice: to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque speciﬁcation. See Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 6-121 for the wheel nut torque speciﬁcation. 11. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools { WARNING: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 6-101 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools To store the ﬂat tire: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 3-13 for more information. 2. Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on. For more information, see “Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools” next in this section. 3. Install the cargo cover. For more information, see Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover on page 3-48. 4. Place the tire, lying ﬂat, in the rear storage compartment. If there is a loop on the end of the strap used to secure the ﬂat tire, go to Step 5. If there is not a loop, go to Step 8. 5. Route the loop end of the strap (C) through one of the cargo tie-downs (A) located in the rear of the vehicle. 6. Route the hook (B) through the loop (C). 7. Pull the strap to tighten it around the cargo tie-down (A). 6-102 Aluminum Wheel Steel Wheel 8. Route the hook end of the strap through the wheel. 6-103 9. Attach the strap to the cargo tie-downs in the rear of the vehicle. Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools Use the diagram as a guide for storing the compact spare tire once you are done using it. 10. Slide the buckle to tighten the tie-down strap. 6-104 A. Retainer B. Cover C. Spare Tire D. Wing Nut E. Jack and Wheel Wrench F. Strap G. Bolt 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 3-13 for more information. 2. Install the strap (F) on the ﬂoor of the spare tire compartment. 3. Place the jack and wheel wrench (E) over the bolt (G), making sure the strap is securely stored, under the jack and wheel wrench. 4. Secure the jack and wheel wrench (E) with the wing nut (D). 5. With the valve stem up, place the spare tire (C) on the compartment ﬂoor. 6. Make sure the bolt (G) passes through the wheel center. 7. Install the spare tire cover (B). 8. Secure the spare tire and tools with the retainer (A). The compact spare tire storage area is designed only for the compact spare tire, the standard tire cannot be stored there. Compact Spare Tire { WARNING: Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured. Use only one compact spare tire at a time. If this vehicle has a compact spare tire it was fully inﬂated when the vehicle was new, however, it can lose air after a time. Check the inﬂation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). 6-105 After installing the compact spare on the vehicle, stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inﬂated. The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can ﬁnish your trip and have the full-size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience. Of course, it is best to replace the spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible. The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again. Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire, wheel and other parts of the vehicle. Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles. Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not ﬁt. Keep the spare tire and its wheel together. Notice: Tire chains will not ﬁt the compact spare. Using them can damage the vehicle and can damage the chains too. Do not use tire chains on the compact spare. Appearance Care Interior Cleaning The vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on the upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove particles from the upholstery. It is important to keep the upholstery from becoming and remaining heavily soiled. Soils should be removed as quickly as possible. The vehicle’s interior may experience extremes of heat that could cause stains to set rapidly. Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent cleaning. Use care because newspapers and garments that transfer color to home furnishings may also transfer color to the vehicle’s interior. When cleaning the vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners speciﬁcally designed for the surfaces being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth. 6-106 Notice: Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on the vehicle, could scratch the glass and/or cause damage to the rear window defogger. When cleaning the glass on the vehicle, use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner. Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrated in the vehicle’s breathing space. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning the vehicle’s interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening the vehicle’s doors and windows. Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles. Products that remove odors from the vehicle’s upholstery and clean the vehicle’s glass can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Do not clean the vehicle using: • A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. • A stiff brush. It can cause damage to the vehicle’s interior surfaces. • Heavy pressure or aggressive rubbing with a cleaning cloth. Use of heavy pressure can damage the interior and does not improve the effectiveness of soil removal. • Laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers can leave residue that streaks and attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide. Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. • Too much cleaner that saturates the upholstery. • Organic solvents such as naptha, alcohol, etc. that can damage the vehicle’s interior. Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on ﬂoor carpet and carpeted ﬂoor mats. For any soil, always try to remove it ﬁrst with plain water or club soda. Before cleaning, gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques: • For liquids: gently blot the remaining soil with a paper towel. Allow the soil to absorb into the paper towel until no more can be removed. • For solid dry soils: remove as much as possible and then vacuum. 6-107 To clean: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture. 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Continue cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled. 4. Continue to gently rub the soiled area until the cleaning cloth remains clean. 5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning process that was used with plain water. If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness ﬁrst. If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result, clean the entire surface. After the cleaning process has been completed, a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet. 6-108 Leather A soft cloth dampened with water can be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean leather. Never use spot lifters or spot removers on leather. Many commercial leather cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently change the appearance and feel of the leather and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle’s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non-uniform manner. Never use shoe polish on leather. Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces. Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the appearance and feel of the interior and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle’s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non-uniform manner. Some commercial products may increase gloss on the instrument panel. The increase in gloss may cause annoying reﬂections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. { WARNING: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather frequent application may be required. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-10. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it clean by washing it often. Notice: Certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle. Check the cleaning product label. If it states that it should not be used on plastic parts, do not use it on the vehicle or damage may occur and it would not be covered by the warranty. Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight. Use a car washing soap. Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives, as they can damage the paint, metal or plastic on the vehicle. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Follow all manufacturers’ directions regarding correct product usage, necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product. 6-109 Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain. Dry the ﬁnish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 12 inches (30 cm) to the surface of the vehicle. Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of paint and decals. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 6-109. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. If the vehicle has a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish, the clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish. Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish on the vehicle. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. To help keep the paint ﬁnish looking new, keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. 6-110 Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, chrome polish may be used on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary. Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid damaging protective trim, never use auto or chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum. A coating of wax, rubbed to high polish, is recommended for all bright metal parts. Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer ﬂuid or a mild detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause wiper streaking. Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged. Wipers can be damaged by: • Extreme dusty conditions • Sand and salt • Heat and sun • Snow and ice, without proper removal Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after driving on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium, calcium or sodium chloride. These chlorides are used on roads for conditions such as ice and dust. Always wash the vehicle’s chrome with soap and water after exposure. Notice: Using strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, could damage the surface of the wheel(s). The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. 6-111 The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because they could damage the surface. Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels. Notice: Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only. Use chrome polish only on chrome-plated wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off immediately after application. Notice: Driving the vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes, could damage the aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never drive a vehicle that has aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. 6-112 Tires To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle. Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty. Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the ﬁnish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer/retailer. Larger areas of ﬁnish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s/ retailer’s body and paint shop. Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This legal identiﬁer is in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side. It can be seen through the windshield from outside. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certiﬁcation and Service Parts labels and certiﬁcates of title and registration. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, ﬂush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being ﬂushed. Your dealer/retailer or an underbody car washing system can do this. Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and small, irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes this, we will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs ﬁrst. 6-113 Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identiﬁes the vehicle’s engine, speciﬁcations, and replacement parts. See “Engine Speciﬁcations” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 6-121 for the vehicle’s engine code. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label This label, on the inside of the glove box, has the following information: • Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) • Model designation • Paint information • Production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle. Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer/retailer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle’s warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-73 and Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-74. 6-114 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have the headlamp wiring checked right away. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have it ﬁxed. Power Windows and Other Power Options Fuses in the fuse block protect the power windows. When the current load is too heavy, the fuse opens protecting the circuit until the problem is ﬁxed. Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse, you can “borrow” one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature of the vehicle that you can get along without — like the radio or cigarette lighter — and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can. There are two fuse blocks in the vehicle: the ﬂoor console fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block. There are also one or two fuses located at the back of the vehicle near the battery. 6-115 Floor Console Fuse Block The ﬂoor console fuse block is located on the passenger side of the ﬂoor console behind the forward panel. The panel has four clips, one in each corner. Pull the panel to disconnect the four clips, and access the fuses. Use the fuse puller to remove fuses. 6-116 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Fuse Puller Empty Empty Empty Empty Ampliﬁer Cluster Ignition Switch, PASS-Key® III+ Stoplamp Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, PASS-Key® III+ Empty Empty Airbag Empty Windshield Wiper Climate Control System, Ignition, Rear View Camera Power Windows Empty Electric Power Steering, Steering Wheel Control Sunroof Empty 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Empty Audio System XM Radio™, OnStar™ Engine Control Module, Transmission Control Module Door Locks Interior Lights Steering Wheel Control Illumination Empty Relays 30 31 32 Usage Climate Control System Empty Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Engine Compartment Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located on the driver side of the engine compartment. Lift the cover to access the fuse/relay block. Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical components on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. 6-117 Fuses Usage 10 11 12 13 20 21 22 23 25 27 29 30 31 32 33 36 Rear Power Plug (Panel Van Only), Cooling Fan (SS only) Vacuum Pump Air Conditioning Clutch Diode Liftgate, Sunroof Empty Rear Power Outlet (Panel Van Only) Fuel Pump Rear Wiper Mirror Air Conditioning Heated Seats (Option) Fuse Puller Empty Cigarette Lighter Power Outlet Daytime Running Lamps Empty Emissions Power Windows Fuses Usage Electric Power Steering Rear Defogger Empty Body Control Module 3 Starting System Body Control Module 2 6-118 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage 37 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 49 53 56 Power Seat (Option) Cooling Fan Engine Control Module Cam Phaser (Turbo Only) Engine Control Module, Transmission Antilock Brake System (Option) Injectors, Ignition Module Backup Lamps Heated Seat Windshield Washer Pump Fog Lamps (Option) Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 69 Antilock Brake System (Option) Windshield Wiper Diode Windshield Wiper Horn Antilock Brake System (Option) Instrument Panel, Ignition Driver Side High-Beam Canister Vent Driver Side Low-Beam Passenger Side Low-Beam Passenger Side High-Beam Parking Lamps 6-119 Relays 14 15 16 17 18 19 24 26 28 34 35 38 39 48 50 51 Usage Rear Defogger Relay Air Conditioning Clutch Empty Rear Wiper Liftgate Release Fuel Pump Empty Powertrain Daytime Running Lamps Starting System Empty Empty Windshield Washer Pump Rear Windshield Washer Cooling Fan Run, Crank Relays 52 54 55 68 70 71 72 Usage Windshield Wiper Fog Lamps (Option) Horn Parking Lamps Windshield Wipers Headlamp Low-Beam Headlamp High-Beam A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Relay, and a Rear Access Panel Door Interlock Relay (Panel Van only), are located underhood in front of the left shock tower. The Left Rear Access Panel Door Relay (Panel Van Only), and the Right Rear Access Panel Door Relay (Panel Van Only) are located in the rear of the vehicle behind the right rear quarter trim panel. A Rear Power Plug mini fuse (Panel Van Only) is located near the battery in the rear of the vehicle. 6-120 Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7-12 for more information. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 2.0L Engine 2.2L Engine 2.4L Engine with Automatic Transmission 2.4L Engine with Manual Transmission Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Transmission Fluid Automatic (Bottom Pan Removal) Manual — 2.0L L4 Engine (Drain and Reﬁll) Manual — 2.2L L4 or 2.4L L4 Engine (Drain and Reﬁll) Capacities English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer/retailer for more information. 9.2 qt 7.4 qt 8.5 qt 8.7 qt 5.0 qt 16.2 gal 8.7 L 7.0 L 8.0 L 8.2 L 4.7 L 61.3 L 7.0 qt 2.0 qt 1.7 qt 100 lb ft 6.6 L 1.9 L 1.6 L Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. 140 Y 6-121 Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Engine Speciﬁcations 2.0L L4 Engine 2.2L L4 Engine 2.4L L4 Engine Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual 0.035 in (0.90 mm) 0.040 in (1.01 mm) 0.040 in (1.01 mm) 6-122 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ......................................7-2 Introduction ...................................................7-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...................................7-3 Owner Checks and Services ............................7-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...............7-10 Maintenance Replacement Parts .....................7-12 Engine Drive Belt Routing ..............................7-13 Maintenance Record .....................................7-14 7-1 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, recommended ﬂuids, and lubricants are necessary to keep this vehicle in good working condition. Damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition, improves fuel economy, and reduces vehicle emissions for better air quality. Because of all the different ways people use vehicles, maintenance needs vary. The vehicle might need more frequent checks and services. Please read the information under Scheduled Maintenance. To keep the vehicle in good condition, see your dealer/retailer. The maintenance schedule is for vehicles that: • carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5-24. • are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. • use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 6-6. 7-2 { WARNING: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, see your dealer/retailer to have a qualiﬁed technician do the work. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 6-4. At your General Motors dealer/retailer, you can be certain that you will receive the highest level of service available. Your dealer /retailer has specially trained service technicians, uses genuine GM replacement parts, as well as, up to date tools and equipment to ensure fast and accurate diagnostics. The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids, and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-10 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7-12. We recommend the use of genuine parts from your dealer/retailer. Rotation of New Tires To maintain ride, handling, and performance of the vehicle, it is important that the ﬁrst rotation service for new tires be performed when they have 8 000 to 13 000 km (5,000 to 8,000 miles). See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6-68. Scheduled Maintenance When the Change Oil Soon Message Displays Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 6-19. An Emission Control Service. When the Change Oil Soon message displays, service is required for the vehicle as soon as possible, within the next 1 000 km/600 miles. If driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not indicate the need for vehicle service for more than a year. The engine oil and ﬁlter must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset. Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who will perform this work and reset the system. If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since the last service. Reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 6-23. When the Change Oil Soon message displays, certain services, checks, and inspections are required. The services described for Maintenance I should be performed at every engine oil change. The services described for Maintenance II should be performed when: • Maintenance I was performed the last time the engine oil was changed. • It has been 10 months or more since the Change Oil Soon message has displayed or since the last service. 7-3 Maintenance I • Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 6-19. An Emission Control Service. • Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant on page 6-29. • Windshield washer ﬂuid level check. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6-36. • Tire inﬂation check. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-62. • Tire wear inspection. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6-68. • Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6-68. • Fluids visual leak check (or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). A leak in any system must be repaired and the ﬂuid level checked. • 2.2L and 2.4L Engines: Engine air cleaner ﬁlter inspection (vehicles driven in dusty conditions only). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-25. • 2.0L Engine: Engine air cleaner ﬁlter inspection. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-25. • Brake system inspection (or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Maintenance II • Perform all services described in Maintenance I. • Steering and suspension inspection. Visual inspection for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear. • Engine cooling system inspection. Visual inspection of hoses, pipes, ﬁttings, and clamps and replacement, if needed. • Windshield wiper blade inspection for wear, cracking, or contamination and windshield and wiper blade cleaning, if contaminated. See Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 6-111. Worn or damaged wiper blade replacement. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 6-53. • Body hinges and latches, key lock cylinders, and rear compartment hinges lubrication. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-10. More frequent lubrication may be required when vehicle is exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth makes them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. • Restraint system component check. See Checking the Restraint Systems on page 2-75. 7-4 • Passenger compartment air ﬁlter replacement (or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). More frequent replacement may be required if vehicle is driven regularly under dusty conditions. • 2.2L and 2.4L Engines: Engine air cleaner ﬁlter inspection (vehicles not driven in dusty conditions). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-25. Additional Required Services At Each Fuel Stop • Engine oil level check. See Engine Oil on page 6-19. • Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant on page 6-29. • Windshield washer ﬂuid level check. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6-36. Once a Month • Tire inﬂation check. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-62. • Tire wear inspection. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6-68. Once a Year • Starter switch check. See Owner Checks and Services on page 7-8. • Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park) mechanism check. See Owner Checks and Services on page 7-8. • Automatic transmission shiftlock control system check. See Owner Checks and Services on page 7-8. • Ignition transmission lock check. See Owner Checks and Services on page 7-8. • Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressure check. Radiator and air conditioning condenser outside cleaning. See Cooling System on page 6-28. • Exhaust system and nearby heat shields inspection for loose or damaged components. • Throttle system inspection for interference, binding or for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise control cables. 7-5 First Engine Oil Change After Every 40 000 km/25,000 Miles • Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks. First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles • Engine air cleaner ﬁlter replacement. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-25. • Automatic transmission ﬂuid change (severe service only) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather, in hilly or mountainous terrain, when frequently towing a trailer, or used for taxi, police, or delivery service. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 6-27. First Engine Oil Change After Every 160 000 km/100,000 Miles • Spark plug replacement. An Emission Control Service. First Engine Oil Change After Every 240 000 km/150,000 Miles • Engine cooling system drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll, cooling system and cap pressure check, and cleaning of outside of radiator and air conditioning condenser (or every 5 years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Coolant on page 6-29. An Emission Control Service. • Engine accessory drive belt inspection for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage and replacement, if needed. An Emission Control Service. 7-6 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. Reset oil life system. Engine coolant level check. Windshield washer ﬂuid level check. Tire inﬂation pressures check. Tire wear inspection. Rotate tires. Fluids visual leak check. 2.2L and 2.4L Engines: Engine air cleaner ﬁlter inspection (vehicles driven in dusty conditions only). 2.0L Engine: Engine air cleaner ﬁlter inspection. Brake system inspection. Steering and suspension inspection. Engine cooling system inspection. Windshield wiper blades inspection. Body components lubrication. Restraint system components check. Passenger compartment air ﬁlter replacement. 2.2L and 2.4L Engines: Engine air cleaner ﬁlter inspection (vehicles not driven in dusty conditions). • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 7-7 Owner Checks and Services Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check { WARNING: { WARNING: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 3-34. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. For automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. For manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in Neutral, push the clutch pedal down halfway, and try to start the engine. The starter should work only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the ﬂoor. If the starter works when the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service. 7-8 When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 3-34. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON/RUN, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer/retailer for service. Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. • For automatic transmission vehicles, the ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only when the shift lever is in P (Park). The ignition key should come out only in LOCK/OFF. • For manual transmission vehicles, the ignition key should come out only in LOCK/OFF. Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right. It should only lock when turned to the right. Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required. Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission P (Park) Mechanism Check { WARNING: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is WARNING: (Continued) WARNING: (Continued) room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. • To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. • To check the P (Park) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required. 7-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute (API) Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 6-19. The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard can be identiﬁed with the American Petroleum Institute (API) Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. However, not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard. Look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M. For the proper viscosity, see Engine Oil on page 6-19. Usage Engine Oil (2.2L and 2.4L L4 engines) Engine Oil (2.0L L4 engine) 7-10 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Cooling System Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Clutch System Windshield Washer Parking Brake Cable Guides Manual Transmission (2.2L and 2.4L L4 engines) Manual Transmission (2.0L L4 engine) 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 6-29. DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88863461, in Canada 88863462). DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88863461, in Canada 88863462). Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88862472, in Canada 88862473). Usage Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders Manual Transmission Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.

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